by Dan Bryans
The government has announced a review into abuse and intimidation experienced by Parliamentary candidates during elections.
The Prime Minister has asked the Committee on Standards in Public Life to conduct a review into the issue of intimidation experienced by Parliamentary candidates.
Prime Minister Theresa May said:
“I have been horrified by stories from colleagues about the scale and nature of the intimidation, bullying and harassment they suffered during the general election campaign.”
There are some MPs who are reportedly looking to liaise with a sexual harassment lawyer to help in regards to these cases, and others who are waiting for the review’s results.
It follows reports of abuse experienced by Parliamentary candidates who stood during the 2017 General Election.
The independent committee will look at the nature of the problem of intimidation. They will consider the current protections and measures in place for candidates, and will report back to the Prime Minister with recommendations for further tackling the issue.
